ABB’s acquisition of UK-based IPEC marks a key strategic move in the electrical monitoring sector. This deal will enable ABB to integrate advanced diagnostic and fault detection technologies into its already robust portfolio of electrification services.
Intelligent electrical monitoring and global expansion
With this operation, ABB is targeting industries where an unscheduled outage represents losses in the millions of dollars: data centersThe IPEC technology is designed to identify in a timely manner partial discharges, considered the most frequent cause of failures in energy-demanding manufacturers. IPEC’s technology is designed to identify in time partial discharges, considered the most frequent cause of failures in electrical isolation systems.
The IPEC systems systems enable uninterrupted electrical monitoring through advanced algorithms and machine learning. Its core platform can simultaneously monitor up to 128 critical points in a network, enabling intervention before a fault occurs. This predictive capability aligns with ABB’s strategy of transforming corrective maintenance into proactive, reducing costs by up to 85%.
Smart electrification and global expansion
ABB seeks to boost the efficiency and reliability of critical infrastructures worldwide. Incorporating IPEC’s DeCIFer algorithm into its solutions strengthens its focus on actionable data. This is key to smarter electrification. smarter, cleaner and moreand sustainable electrification.
With locations in the United Kingdom, Sweden, the United States and the Middle East, IPEC brings technical expertise and an international presence. This acquisition also reflects ABB’s strategy to grow through solutions that offer real-time diagnostics, particularly for the data center sector, one of the fastest growing globally.
The combination of ABB’s and IPEC’s know-how makes it possible to move towards management models based on risk anticipation. With this approach, industries will be able to extend the useful life of their assets and ensure continuous operation in the face of growing energy requirements.
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